The Statue of David

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Built in: Florence, Italy
Date built: between 1501 and 1504

Facts:

  • One of the most famous Davids in Florence
  • Made entirely of Marble
  • It is 517 cm tall
  • It weighed 6 tons
  • Made out of a huge chunk of damaged marble
Summary:The statue of David was very important to many people because it represented the Biblical hero David. David was created out of marble and was very big. They called it the giant raised on its feet. It was famous for all the details and accuracy included in the statue. This statue is considered an art mastermind. In conclusion, the statue David had lots of meaning to many people and was very important.


Pictures:

Statue of David front close up
Statue of David front close up
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bible hero David. The actual statue represented the bible David
bible hero David. The actual statue represented the bible David